MS SB2216

Allows individuals diagnosed with a pervasive developmental disorder (PDD) to have their driver's license or identification card display "PDD" upon presenting a letter from a licensed Mississippi physician or psychologist verifying the diagnosis

Requires the Board on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Training to mandate at least 6 hours of mental health and behavioral training in initial law enforcement certification programs

Requires at least 1 hour of mental health and behavioral training in continuing education programs for law enforcement officers

Training must cover recognition of behavioral characteristics associated with autism, Asperger's syndrome, and other mental or medical conditions that may present atypical symptoms potentially perceived as suspicious by untrained individuals

Effective date of July 1, 2016